Audi A4 vs Mercedes-Benz S420
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
1999 Mercedes-Benz S420
Overview
| Spec | Audi A4Premium | Mercedes-Benz S420S420 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium | S420 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2020 | 1999 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi A4Premium | Mercedes-Benz S420S420 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $37,400 | $0 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi A4Premium | Mercedes-Benz S420S420 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| City MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 14 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 35 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 15.3 gal | 26.4 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi A4Premium | Mercedes-Benz S420S420 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 188 hp | 275 hp (best) |
| Torque | 236 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 4.2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi A4Premium | Mercedes-Benz S420S420 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | — |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 12 cu ft | 15.6 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,417 lbs (best) | 4,133 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 111 in | 123.6 in (best) |
| Length | 187.5 in | 205.2 in (best) |
| Width | 72.7 in | 74.3 in (best) |
| Height | 56.2 in | 56.9 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi A4Premium | Mercedes-Benz S420S420 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Audi A4 | Mercedes-Benz S420 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium $37,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) | S420 $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Plus $41,000 MSRP | — |
| 3 | Prestige $46,950 MSRP | — |